quite
adverb
How to pronounce quite?
The word quite sounds like quite
/kwaɪt/
What is the definition of quite?
adverbof an unusually noticeable or exceptional or remarkable kind (not used with a negative)
Examples
- her victory was quite something
- she's quite a girl
- quite a film
- quite a walk
- we've had quite an afternoon
adverbto a degree (not used with a negative)
Examples
- quite tasty
- quite soon
- quite ill
- quite rich
What is the definition of 'quite'?
- to the utmost or most absolute extent or degree; absolutely; completely
- to a considerable extent or degree
What is the origin of the word 'quite'?
- The word 'quite' originated from Middle English 'quit(e)', meaning 'freed, released, discharged'.
Is 'quite' an adverb?
- Yes, 'quite' is an adverb.
Can 'quite' be used to emphasize something?
- Yes, 'quite' can be used to emphasize or intensify something.
Can 'quite' be used to mean 'very'?
- Yes, 'quite' can be used as a synonym for 'very'.
Can 'quite' be used to mean 'somewhat'?
- Yes, 'quite' can be used as a synonym for 'somewhat'.
How is 'quite' used in a sentence?
- I'm quite tired after a long day.
- This is quite interesting.
What are some synonyms of 'quite'?
- completely
- totally
- absolutely
- thoroughly
- utterly
- extremely
What are some antonyms of 'quite'?
- slightly
- partially
- incompletely
- hardly
- scarcely
Is 'quite' a common word?
- Yes, 'quite' is a common word.